There was another advocacy group in Beijing recently. I've followed their trip on Facebook. Both because I'm getting ready to go to (another part of) China on an advocacy trip myself, and because their trip is very similar to my trip there last year.
What breaks my heart is that when I see their picture of all the kids and advocates at the zoo... It's not that it looks very similar to our zoo trip last year, it's that I see some of the same faces. And I'm not talking about the advocates or the nannies, either. It's the same kids, still there, still waiting for a family to see past the special needs and see a child. Perhaps a child that would fit into their family.
One of the advocates sent me a video of my sweet friend, Aury, from last year. Guys, he's funny and happy, and would make a great son for some lucky family, yet he still waits. His file is currently with America World Adoptions.
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Shecki isn't alone in what she is telling you. This boy is so special. He is an overcomer. He is creative and playful and I can't figure out why there isn't a line of families fighting for the privilege of being his. If you are wondering if adoption is right for you, pray. Then get up and take action. The need is desperate, these older boys are precious blessings. God has drawn us close to Himself through adoption, which is a greater gift than anything we might give to our children.
ReplyDeletePrayers for your trip, Shecki!
Thank you, Maria! I hope you're getting over jet lag and processing everything. Getting back to regular life can feel weird after a trip like this.
DeleteWe're still up to our eyeballs adjusting to our recent adoptions, but my heart is still touched by the plight of so many, many children who need forever families. It is crazy hard work to adopt and change the shape of a family, but it is so worth it in the long run.
ReplyDeleteIt's heartbreaking work to be a voice for these kids, but what keeps me going back is that someone else went over and met MY girls. Someone took pictures of them and brought them to my attention. And now they're beloved daughters. So I want to pay it forward for other kids and families. Plus, I got to watch the baby that fell asleep in my lap last year be adopted, and every time I see an update from his new mama on facebook, it makes the miserable flights worthwhile. :)
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